"In the World" is the second part of Gorky's autobiographical trilogy. The novel describes the life of the protagonist Alyosha from 1871 to 1884. During this period, he made a living by picking wild fruits with his grandmother and selling them. He worked as a draftsman's apprentice, as a dishwasher on a ship, and as an apprentice in an icon workshop. On the road of life, he went through many ups and downs and dealt with all kinds of people at the bottom of society. Life experience and a lot of reading expanded Alyosha's horizons. He was determined to "be a strong person and not give in to the environment." With such firm belief, he left his hometown and went to Kazan.
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The book "In the World" truly depicts the lives of people at the bottom of society, making people feel for them. The author Gorky uses his unique perspective and delicate writing style to create a persevering protagonist. This reminds me of Yu Hua's "To Live". Both books show people's unyielding spirit in difficult environments. Through Alyosha's experience, Gorky told us that we must face the challenges of life bravely and pursue our ideals. This book is not only a literary treasure, but also a revelation of life.
The book "In the World" truly depicts the lives of people at the bottom of society, making people feel for them. The author Gorky uses his unique perspective and delicate writing style to create a persevering protagonist. This reminds me of Yu Hua's "To Live". Both books show people's unyielding spirit in difficult environments. Through Alyosha's experience, Gorky told us that we must face the challenges of life bravely and pursue our ideals. This book is not only a literary treasure, but also a revelation of life.